3 Must-Ask Questions to Manage Stress and Stay Productive as a Teacher

DESCRIPTION:In this episode, Tem tackles the chaos of a busy teaching day with three simple yet powerful questions to help you stay calm, focused, and in control. Learn how to manage stress by focusing on what’s within your control, prioritising your next steps, and checking in with your own well-being. These actionable strategies will empower you to navigate any challenge, whether it’s an unexpected disruption or the demands of a packed schedule. Tune in and discover how these three questions can transform your teaching day and bring balance back to your classroom.KEY TAKEAWAYS:Focus on What You Control: Shift your energy to solutions and actions within your control, rather than stressing over the uncontrollable.Prioritise Your Next Step: Break overwhelming tasks into manageable actions by focusing on what’s most important in the moment.Check In on Self-Care: Pause to ensure your basic needs are met throughout the day.BEST MOMENTS:"What's truly in my control right now""Don't look at the whole staircase, look at the next step""We often forget to check in with ourselves" "Your are more productive and less stressed"VALUABLE RESOURCES: The Helping Teachers Thrive HubEPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT:Classroom Management Strategies to Achieve 100% Compliance in the ClassroomProven Methods for Capturing Student AttentionABOUT THE HOST:Since embarking on her teaching journey in 2009, Tem has been on a mission to empower students to reach their fullest potential. Specialising as a Secondary Physical Education Teacher, Tem also has experience in Special Educational Needs (SEN) as a class teacher in an SEN provision. With an unwavering commitment to helping students become the best versions of themselves, Tem believes in the power of education to shape not just academic prowess, but character and resilience. Having mentored numerous teachers throughout her career, she is not only shaping young minds but also nurturing the growth of those who guide them.ABOUT THE SHOW:The podcast for teachers of many years, trainee teachers or Early Career Teachers (ECTs). Join Tem as she delves into the diverse world of teaching, offering valuable insights, tips, and advice on a variety of teaching strategies to help teachers thrive as classroom practitioners. CONNECT & CONTACT: Email: [email protected]: https://linktr.ee/temsteachingtipsInstagram: instagram.com/temsteachingtipsLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tem-ezimokhai-23306a263 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.